Pling is an implementation of the karplus-strong model using Chris Kerry's feedback delay network modules. The top panel models the pick impulse and the middle panel indicates string characteristics. Two sympathetic resonance models are among the modulation destinations.

So I thought I was just downloading another karplus strong based plucked-string synth. I don't know why I would need another one. They all make that same funky harp sound, right? But Pling wasn't what I was expecting at all. To begin with, Pling has about 60 controls. Three LFO's to route just about anywhere,portamento,user-tuned sympathetic resonance[called conduct],and best of all, 9 velocity controls. Playing through the handful of presets will show you the power of these velocity knobs.For instance: In one patch,if you play softly- you get a nice, polite harp. Play harder and you get this beautifully ringy, sustained tone that makes your teeth hurt. and in a little portamento, and your instantly in uncharted waters. No docuentation needed, it just rocks steady.Very inspiring.xoxos is doing some great things, and deserves our attention. this synth is a thing of beauty. So I thought I was just downloading another karplus strong based plucked-string synth. I don't know why I would need another one. They all make that same funky harp sound, right? But Pling wasn't what I was expecting at all. To begin with, Pling has about 60 controls. Three LFO's to route just about anywhere,portamento,user-tuned sympathetic resonance[called conduct],and best of all, 9 velocity controls. Playing through the handful of presets will show you the power of these velocity knobs.For instance: In one patch,if you play softly- you get a nice, polite harp. Play harder and you get this beautifully ringy, sustained tone that makes your teeth hurt. and in a little portamento, and your instantly in uncharted waters. No docuentation needed, it just rocks steady.Very inspiring.xoxos is doing some great things, and deserves our attention. this synth is a thing of beauty.Read more